SEO Title Length Checker
Type a title tag and see how it renders in a Google result. The checker counts characters, estimates pixel width (Google truncates around 580px on desktop) and flags missing keywords.
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49 characters
Aim for 50–60 characters.
≈ 481px wide
Google truncates desktop titles around 580px.
Keyword missing
Include your primary keyword once.
Keyword position
Put the keyword near the start.
Not all caps
All-caps titles look spammy and are often rewritten.
No repeated words
Repeating the same word 3+ times reads like stuffing.
Runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
- 1Paste your title tag
- 2Optionally add the keyword you're targeting
- 3Read the checks and adjust until every row is green
What is the ideal SEO title length?
Aim for 50–60 characters. Google doesn't cut by character count but by pixel width, roughly 580px on desktop, so wide letters like W and M use up space faster than i or l. Titles under 30 characters often waste space you could use for a benefit or a modifier.
Where should the keyword go?
Put the primary keyword as close to the start as reads naturally. Searchers scan the first few words, and assistants that summarise results lean on the title to understand the page.
Does Google rewrite titles?
Sometimes. Google may rewrite titles that are too long, stuffed with keywords or don't match the page. A concise title that mirrors the H1 is the best way to keep yours.
SEO Title Length Checker FAQ
How many characters should a title tag have?+
Between 50 and 60 characters is the safe range for most titles. The real limit is about 580 pixels on desktop, which this tool estimates for you.
Is the pixel width exact?+
It's an estimate based on average Arial glyph widths at Google's title size. It's accurate enough to tell you whether a title is at risk of truncation.
Should I include my brand name?+
Add it at the end, separated by a pipe or dash, only if there's room. The keyword and the benefit matter more for clicks.
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